How to Pronounce "presumption"
word
pɹiˈzəmpʃən/, /pɹɪˈzəmpʃən
pri-ZUHMP-shuhn
pɹɪsˈʌmpʃən
prih-SUMP-shuhn
Definition
A presumption is something that is assumed to be true without proof, or it can also mean showing too much confidence or boldness in your own beliefs or actions.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹiˈzəmpʃən/, /pɹɪˈzəmpʃən
British English
pɹɪsˈʌmpʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pri-ZUHMP-shuhn
UK
prih-SUMP-shuhn
Listen in Context
The court operated under the presumption of innocence.
Her presumption annoyed the teacher.
That is only a presumption, not a fact.
He spoke with such presumption that everyone was surprised.